2008 Volvo S60 vs. 2008 Renault Sandero
To start off, both 2008 Volvo S60 and 2008 Renault Sandero were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S60 (168 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2008 Renault Sandero. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S60 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2008 Renault Sandero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volvo S60 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volvo S60 | 2008 Renault Sandero | |
| Make | Volvo | Renault |
| Model | S60 | Sandero |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
